Creative Aging: Know Your Yarn
August 5 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

This month, we acknowledge the land and the gifts of natural materials. Together we’ll take time to reflect on Kent Monkman’s Death of Adonis and then create yarn paintings.

Know your yarn:  is it natural, plastic, toxic dyes? Being grateful for where our natural materials come from makes us better stewards of the land.   

Creative Aging (50+) is a free monthly program designed to inspire and connect. All materials are provided, and no prior art experience is necessary. Pre-registration is encouraged to help us prepare supplies. This program is free of charge and open to adults aged 50 and older. Each session offers enriching gallery conversations centered on current exhibitions, hands-on art workshops, and welcoming community time. Open to adults aged 50 and over, the program nurtures creativity, supports well-being, fosters meaningful friendships, and deepens personal connections to the Tacoma Art Museum’s collection and the vibrant work of regional artists. It is held once each month.

What to Expect

  • Light walking in gallery
  • Sit-down art activity
  • Wheelchair & walker accessible

Pay-What-You-Can

This event uses a pay-what-you-can model so everyone can participate, regardless of financial circumstance. You decide the contribution that feels right for you—starting as low as $0.

When reserving tickets, enter your preferred donation amount per ticket and select how many you’d like. Care partners are welcome, please register an extra seat.

Your contribution directly supports the Tacoma Art Museum’s education programs and future community events. Thank you for giving what you can!

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